New at Ann’s: a dramatic and stylish new look!  Long scarves of luxurious jersey knit are embellished with silver jewelry.  Wear it centered as you would a necklace with the scarf draped over your shoulders, or tie it around your waist for a belted accent.  The possibilities are numerous and the look is very fresh!  Choose a bright color or wear-with-everything neutral and be the first to wear a new look!

New from MYWALIT are these three pieces in supple orange pebbled leather.  Beautifully sewn, these are new styles perfect for fall.  Lots of pockets and slots hold all your cards and cash.  From $126 to $192.   And the bright color will help you find your accessory in your dark purse!  For more mywalit styles at Ann’s, please click here.

New longer length and tie belt make these a wardrobe staple.  Lightweight and soft, these ruana vests are just enough coverage for Houston without the confines of a structured blazer.  Great for business or casual, $149 each.  Don’t you love the colors?   Come try them on!

New lightweight easy-to-wear jackets are here!   These are the perfect weight for Houston and you’ll love the colors!  Come try some on and pick out a few for your Fall wardrobe:

Silk jacket with flattering ruffle detail, $179

Silk jacket in red, $199

Bright turquoise blue silk jacket, $179

Black silk jacket with embroidered dragonflies, $220

New Urban Cowgirl hats just arrived at Ann’s…aren’t these colors crazy?   Lace and embroidered trim, sequins and bands of sparkling crystals make these unique.   If you like a little bling in your western wear, you need one of these:

Small purses with lovely details give Western style a modern flair!  Each is tooled embossed leather and decorated uniquely with Swarovski crystals, turquoise and other stones, leather stitching and metalwork.  Straps are long ball chain with leather at the shoulder for comfort, or tuck the strap into the bag to carry as a small clutch.  There is enough space for your iPhone, lipstick, keys and credit card.   (So you’ll need to tuck your flask in your boot, gals.)  Handmade, $269 each.

Send your college student back to school with a UT or Aggie canvas totebag!  Just the right size for books and personal items, you can fill them with goodies as a going-away present.  Or send one along in your first care package to the dorm or apartment.  Younger siblings will want one, too.  $39.50 each.

Get this Tula hat and lots of others at Ann’s right now.  We have so many to choose from that you’re sure to find one that you like.  We’ll size it for you, too.  It’s hot, and a hat will keep you cool and shaded!  Starting at $29.95, protection factor 30+.

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With this heat, staying cool is top priority.  Good thing you don’t have to sacrifice style in order to do it!  With Ann’s caftans and light summer tops you’ll look good and stay comfortable.  Pull one on over your bathing suit for instant glamour.   A little bling keeps it fun.  One size fits most.  Caftans have back tie to shape waist if you want.

Sheer caftan has a little bling and a tie to shape the waist. $39.95

Colorful caftan in opaque fabric design covers well, $39.95.

Sheer blue wrap covers you, $29.95

Very light, sheer cover tops your bathing suit or a cami, $29.95

You don’t have to dance to have Texas style (but it helps) if you swing a western bag across your shoulder.  This one is tooled leather with pockets and a longer, adjustable strap.  It fits comfortably across your body and holds all your stuff.   $99.50.